Serving 450 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rogers Heights Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rogers Heights Elementary serves the northwest part of Bladensburg, MD, covering an area of approximately 2.3 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of about 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rogers Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
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School Overview
Rogers Heights Elementary School's student population of 450 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
450 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Rogers Heights Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rogers Heights Elementary School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#893 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
93%
24%
Black
5%
32%
White
2%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.7%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Jaguar
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rogers Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Rogers Heights Elementary School is ranked #893 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Rogers Heights Elementary School?
450 students attend Rogers Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Rogers Heights Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rogers Heights Elementary School?
Rogers Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rogers Heights Elementary School offer ?
Rogers Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rogers Heights Elementary School part of?
Rogers Heights Elementary School is part of Prince George's County School District.
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